Three Happiness Chinese Rstrnt
(312) 791-1228
2130 S Wentworth Ave
Chicago,
IL
60616
41.8538
-87.6319
Neighborhoods: South Side, Armour Square (Chinatown)
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In Short
Chatty groups of tourists and Chinese families create a bustling atmosphere in the bright upstairs and downstairs dining rooms. Dim sum is the draw, offered daily from 10am to 3pm. Just point to appealing dishes as servers push carts by your table. Steamed items like ha gow, an addictive ball of shrimp wrapped in rice flour dumpling, are a perfect start. Fried rice is studded with bits of Chinese sausage and steamed in aromatic banana leaves. Entrees are also available, including a seafood combo and tender steak.
User Reviews
jdeater
November 17, 2008
Chinatown hasn't exactly have the best service, some places have good to average service. We decided to try this place out and we will never forget it. First the dining are is upstairs and there was a strong odor coming from the bathrooms, which we later found out that the doors were "WIDE" open. It is the begining of winter in Chicago and it was freezing outside. Inside was the coldest restaurant I have ever been in, the staff and customers were in their jackets. The staff was something unbelievable in a bad way. All of them carried their cellphones and answer them infront of customers. They yell across the room to talk to each other. One staff was clipping her nails in the middle of the restaurant infront of everyone, by the food she was gonna take to a nearby customer, that is the absolute truth. A customer next to our table was complaining about the weird taste of her food and the staff just noded and left. I try to order dim sum, but was told it is closed, and then a person next to us arrived and ordered dimsum, I told her about it and she said "try coming in earlier next time." The food is something else it is overpriced and such small portions. Nine dollars fried rice had about 3 cups of rice in it. Mangaloin beef with maybe 10 slices of mostly fat beef and loads of onions and grease. My advice is to stay away from this place like it has a radiation sign infront. There are much better places around Chinatown.
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Spiritbeing
July 19, 2008
The staff was rude, the table not set for eating unless you could use chopsticks, asking for silverware, we were given 2 knives and 3 spoons for a party of 4. The food was bland, tasteless and overcooked as well as cold. Possibly asking for NO MSG means there are no other Asian spices or flavorings. The floor/rugs were scattered with empty fortune cookie wrappers and food on them. The Dim Sum is served for "breakfast, lunch and snacks"only, not for dinner. Where this restaurant got a four star rating is beyond my understanding. This is by far the worst food, not to mention Chinese food, I have ever tasted. The staff needs lessons in cooking, manners and presentation.
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Anonymous
April 12, 2008
Three Happiness is not really distinguishable from the other good restaurants in Chinatown, except it probably attracts more tourists (not sure why). But the food is good and cheap which is generally what I'm looking for. I come pretty regularly and have not had a bad experience.
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Parking:
The restaurant is directly across the street from the Chinatown Parking Lot. Get your ticket validated to pay $1.50.
The Extras:
Delivery is available 5pm-9pm and the area is extensive--bounded by Ashland Avenue, Lake Shore Drive, North Avenue and 36th Street.
Know Before You Go:
To pay with credit card, there is a $20 minimum bill total.
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, Brunch, Private Rooms, Lunch Spot, Family Style Dining, Group Dining
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